Bank of Oklahoma

Credit Risk Manager - Commercial

Bank of Oklahoma • $110K — $130K *
Plano, TX 75025In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting; MBA preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in commercial/private banking lending and underwriting
  • 5+ years of commercial lending loan approval experience
  • Comprehensive understanding of credit principles and loan analysis
  • Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and approve Commercial Banking loan requests within authority
  • Lead review process for larger loan requests exceeding authority
  • Advise Commercial Relationship Managers on existing and new loan requests
  • Recommend enhancements for collateral considerations and loan covenants
  • Assist with strategic projects and review alternative loan requests
  • Develop processes for the operations of Commercial Bank lending functions
  • Shape credit team culture and ensure performance accountability
  • Enhance adherence to underwriting guidelines and procedures

Benefits

  • Industry-leading benefits for comprehensive health and well-being
  • Focus on employee development and training
  • Empowerment and engagement in the workplace
  • Recognition through an award-winning company culture
  • Commitment to community involvement
Full Job Description
Req ID: 78705

Location: Plano -PLAN, Houston -HOUS

Areas of Interest: Commercial Banking

Pay Transparency Salary Range: Not Available

Application Deadline: 10/16/2026

Bonus Type

BOKF Performance Plan (D02)

Summary

We excel in risk assessment by leveraging extensive industry knowledge, analytical skills, and a systematic approach to identify and mitigate risks. We ensure effective risk management tailored to BOKF's needs through comprehensive evaluations, continuous monitoring, and interdepartmental collaboration. By reviewing operations, providing feedback on best practices, and identifying opportunities to enhance controls, we help BOKF achieve its objectives and improve overall risk management.

Job Description

The Credit Risk Manager- Commercial is primarily responsible for providing advice and counsel on proper loan structure and underwriting due diligence to Commercial Banking Managers and account officers in all markets. Another key responsibility is to review and approve loan requests within the position's established loan authority, and to lead the approval review process for requests that exceed this authority. Responsibility also includes the management and coaching of direct reports within the underwriting team on education, training, and qualitative performance deliverables.

Team Culture

Our team is centered on vigilance, analytical thinking, and collaboration. Team members work together to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, creating an environment where growth and skill enhancement are highly valued. This proactive and cooperative approach ensures the bank's stability and resilience in a dynamic financial landscape.

How You'll Spend Your Time

  • You will evaluate and approve Commercial Banking loan requests for relationships within the established loan authority for the position.
  • You will lead the approval review process for larger requests that exceed the position's established loan authority.
  • You will provide advice and guidance to Commercial Relationship Managers and leadership on both existing and new loan requests, including the most complex loans.
  • You will advise on collateral considerations, loan covenants, and recommend enhancements as necessary to promote credit quality.
  • You will review alternative loan requests as delegated by the Sr. Credit Risk Manager and assist with other strategic projects as assigned.
  • You will coordinate and help develop the processes and procedures for the operations and control of the Commercial Bank lending functions.
  • You will help shape the credit team's desired culture and hold team members accountable for meeting established performance standards.
  • You will recommend enhancements to and ensure adherence to Commercial Bank underwriting guidelines, processes, and procedures.


Education & Experience Requirements

This level of knowledge is normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting and 10+ years of commercial and/or private banking lending and underwriting in a centralized underwriting environment; 5+ years of loan approval experience in commercial lending; or 16+ years of equivalent work related experience.

MBA in Finance or Accounting preferred, but not required when work experience mitigates such.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of accounting and credit principles, lending functions, and credit loan analysis
  • Comprehensive/In depth knowledge and understanding of Commercial and Private Bank lending policy, procedures and loan documentation requirements.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the Loan Grading Process
  • Excellent analytical skills regarding loan/credit policy
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • PC and spreadsheet software skills

BOK Financial Corporation Group is a stable and financially strong organization that provides excellent training and development to support building the long term careers of employees. With passion, skill and partnership you can make an impact on the success of the bank, customers and your own career!
Apply today and take the first step towards your next career opportunity!

Top 3 reasons to apply

Investing in our talent and building a great workplace is a top priority for us.
  • Empowered employees
  • Award-winning culture
  • Community commitment


BOK Financial Corporation Group adheres to state specific pay transparency requirements.

In order to be considered for a position with BOK Financial Corporation Group, you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the application deadline.

Base salary range explanation:

The base salary range represents an average range for this position. Actual offers to be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience and education. See job details for salary range and bonus type.

Benefits:

BOK Financial Corporation Group offers industry-leading benefits addressing your complete physical, financial and emotional health.Click here to see our benefits.

About Bank of Oklahoma

Bank of Oklahoma is a regional bank headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The bank was founded in 1910 and has over 100 branches in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Bank of Oklahoma provides a range of financial services, including personal and business banking, wealth management, and insurance. The bank is committed to supporting the communities it serves and has donated millions of dollars to charitable organizations. Bank of Oklahoma is a subsidiary of BOK Financial Corporation, which is a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ stock exchange.
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